Costa Rica is one of the most visited nations in the Central America’s, its tourism industry is worth 2 million US dollars. Eco tourism is extremely popular and in fact Costa Rica was the first to introduce ecotourism to the world.

Having a large percentage of protected area Costa Rica has a large variety of flora and fauna. The majority of the 4 million people are Christian of Spanish ancestry.

Costa Rica being the most biologically diverse place in the world attracts a large numbers of tourists who are interested in watching wild life. The tourists’ can travel for just two hours with in the country and find themselves in totally different climate and terrain; you can watch birds of exotic colours and other flora and fauna

With 800 miles of beaches divided between the Pacific and the Caribbean there is variety of waves which suits the tastes from the beginners to the seasoned surfers. Central pacific coast is the hub of the surfing activities and the parties. If looking for huge waves you will have to visit the Cabo Matapalo islands, the islands are isolated so be advised to take your boards and other requirements.

With its diverse landscape Costa Rica is a paradise of canoeing from the beginners to the seasoned. You could paddle through the maze of canals and watch wildlife in their natural environment. In the drier months November to April the rivers provide the best runs   the Sarapiqui river offers excellent rapids with views of crocodiles and monkey on the banks. Cahuita is best for snorkelling as there is 600 acres of shallow reef with 35 species of coral. Whales visit the warm water of Costa Rica. You will see hump back whales on their migration route in July and November than again in December to march. 25 species whales and dolphins permanently reside in this water or pass through here. Both the mammals can be seen feeding in the warm and shallow waters.

Costa Rica vacations are fun filled vacations with plenty of pleasures of night life and parties after the sun sets musicians appear in bars and on the streets and parties start which usually last till the morning the wholesome entertainment even entertains the avid party goers.

Costa Rica has some of the best fishing in the central Americas since the tour operators strictly follow the catch and release policy there is large variety of fish both inland and off shore. The fishing areas are easily accessible and in close proximity of each other, but proper research have to done about the weather current winds and other natural phenomenon before embarking on the angling trip.

If you are looking for a canopy tour than the Costa Rica vacation is the ultimate vacation for you with the dying rain forests more than a quarter of the rain forest is covered in rain forest with some developed walkways and these are best way to see the rain forest from above without damaging the plants, it for the adventure lovers.

Before choosing  Costa Rica vacation packages a proper research should be undertaken as what are seasons for the activities of the your choice and what type would of accommodation would suit your taste and budget , you should also look at the option of all inclusive packages as they sometimes offer more facilities in a lesser cost. For a longer stay rentals could also be a good option.